2011 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Barina would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1987 Holden Barina | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
Model | CL | Barina |
Year Released | 2011 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 536 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 799 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5105 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2250 mm |